PGA of America

PGA of America REACH Foundation Hires New Executive Director

by | Dec 6, 2024
As executive director, Jenny Lewis is the top management leader of the Frisco-based foundation, whose mission is to positively impact the lives of youth, military veterans, and diverse populations by enabling access to PGA of America Golf Professionals, PGA Sections, and the game of golf.
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The first-ever AI 75 — the most innovative people in artificial intelligence in Dallas-Fort Worth — is revealed on May 2 at Convergence AI.
Presenting the First-Ever AI 75: Meet the Most Innovative Leaders in Artificial Intelligence in Dallas-Fort Worth
by | May 2, 2024
Dallas Innovates, the Dallas Regional Chamber, and Dallas AI have teamed up to launch the inaugural AI 75 list. The 2024 program honors the most significant people in AI in DFW in seven categories—the visionaries, creators, and influencers you need to know.
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Next Chapter: University of North Texas President Neal Smatresk Announces Plans to Step Down
by | Feb 6, 2024
Neal Smatresk's decade at UNT sparked big changes and growth, boosting its standing in academics and research. From "record-breaking enrollment" to "making UNT the highest-ranked Tier One institution in the North Texas region," his tenure marks transformation across multiple fronts.
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‘Future of Golf’: PGA of America, T-Mobile Partner on 5G Wireless Innovation
by | Nov 6, 2023
A new 5G hybrid network at PGA of America's Frisco HQ aims to boost golf coaching with enhanced analytics and AR-enabled visual aids. Also coming to the HQ: a "broadcasting and content innovation hub" that could change how millions see the game, from 5G-connected POV drones to small 5G cameras spread all over a course. "I think each year you'll see innovations coming that just bring you closer to the action," PGA of America Chief Commercial Officer Jeff Price tells Dallas Innovates.
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All Teed Up: Ribbon Cut on $520M Omni PGA Frisco Resort

by | May 2, 2023
A year after the PGA of America opened its new headquarters a few steps away, the Omni PGA Frisco Resort opened today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring Gov. Greg Abbott. The resort offers 500 guests rooms plus suites, two new 18-hole championship courses, a lighted par-3 short course, a full-service Mokara Spa, a Lounge by Topgolf, 13 restaurant and bar offerings, and more.
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Ex-Frisco Mayor and PGA Official Join Board of Collin County Business Alliance
by | Apr 21, 2023

Maher Maso and Sandy Cross have been named to the Collin County Business Alliance board.

The mission of the Collin County Business Alliance is to engage business leaders and foster collaboration with stakeholders to drive regional impact in key areas ensuring the vibrancy of the community’s future....

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PGA of America Taps Former Topgolf Exec as its New Chief Operations Officer
by | Feb 9, 2023
Kessler brings experience in "off-course golf" to the PGA from his years as COO of Dallas-based Topgolf. That's important, PGA of America CEO Seth Waugh says: "For the first time in history there are now more off-course golfers than on-course, so his track record of innovation and growth has never been more relevant or welcome." Kessler most recently served as CEO of Dallas' Buff City Soap.
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PGA President Jim Richerson and PGA of America CEO Seth Waugh on stage at the Welcome Home Celebration at PGA Frisco.
PHOTOS: PGA of America Tees Up the Future of Golf in Frisco
Four years in the making, the Home of PGA of America opened its doors for a "Welcome Home Celebration" on Monday. The state-of-the-art building at PGA Frisco is a symbol of the future of the organization and the game of golf.
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Follow the Money: BILT Gets $1.7M Air Force Grant for 3D Instructions App, PGA of America Invests in Golf Innovation, and More

by | Jul 25, 2022
Plus, Fort Worth's Harvest Returns raises new fund; new Ryan acquisition makes 2022 its most active M&A year; OpTic Gaming acquires Dallas chatbot startup; Dallas legal education firm boosts digital content library; and Fort Worth's Novaria Group acquires firm with giant aerospace clients.
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Frisco’s PGA of America Forms Investment Partnership to Drive Innovation in Golf
Joining Elysian Park Ventures—the private investment arm of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ ownership group—PGA of America has formed EP Golf Ventures, LLC. Its first two investments include mobile golf simulator Dryvebox and 3D motion-capture coaching app startup Sportsbox AI. “Through EP Golf Ventures, we'll be able to identify and invest in the most promising businesses within the golf industry to support both innovation and the growth of the game,” says PGA CEO Seth Waugh.
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DI People: PGA of America, The DEC Network, Blackshaw Partners, Exela Technologies, And More Make Leadership Moves
by | Jun 17, 2022
In this week’s roundup of hires, promotions, and accolades in North Texas, you’ll also find news from Avodah, Skylark Equity Partners, Stream Realty Partners, Sesami Cash Management Technologies, and others.
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From the Ground Up: Three Firms Take New Leases at the Crescent, Chick-fil-A Plans New Distribution Center in Dallas County, Plus More
by | Feb 15, 2022
Here's what's new and next in North Texas real estate, from ground-up developments to company moves and expansions.
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Two Celebrated Golf Course Architects Are Turning a Frisco Landscape into PGA Masterpieces

by | Oct 27, 2021
Part of PGA Frisco's $500M+ "Silicon Valley of Golf," the championship-level courses will feature an East Course designed by Gil Hanse that's primed for marquee PGA tournaments. The West Course, designed by Beau Welling, is destined for smaller tournaments, PGA of America members, and everyday public duffers.
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Karahan Legacy
International Developers: Meet Fehmi Karahan From Istanbul, Turkey
by | Jan 30, 2020
Karahan built one of North Texas' most-successful developments at Plano's Legacy West. Now he's working with Hunt Realty on the massive Fields development in Frisco.
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PGA’s Relocation to Frisco Wins Top Award from Texas Business Network
by | Oct 3, 2019
YTexas has named the new PGA of America headquarters in Frisco—which has been called the "Silicon Valley of Golf"—as this year's big gamechanging move.
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Sherwin-Williams is Searching for a New Global HQ and R&D Location. Dallas-Fort Worth Might be a Contender
by | Sep 16, 2019
The company could leave Cleveland as it explores options to accelerate productivity and efficiency, enhance technology and innovation, enable greater collaboration, and support recruitment and retention.
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